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Audi Q8 vs Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2027 Audi Q8

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2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV

Overview

SpecAudi Q8PremiumMercedes-Benz EQE SUVEQE 320+
Selected trimPremiumEQE 320+
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)electric
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic1-speed direct drive
Engine typemild hybridelectric
Model year20272026

Pricing & market

SpecAudi Q8PremiumMercedes-Benz EQE SUVEQE 320+
MSRP$76,900$64,950 (best)
Lowest listing price$24,392 (best)
Median listing price$80,390 (best)
Highest listing price$100,968 (best)
For sale now57 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi Q8PremiumMercedes-Benz EQE SUVEQE 320+
Combined MPG19 MPG (best)
City MPG17 MPG (best)
Highway MPG23 MPG (best)
Combined MPGe93 MPGe (best)
Electric range302 mi (best)
Battery capacity96 kWh (best)
240V charge time11.5 hr (best)
Fuel tank22.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi Q8PremiumMercedes-Benz EQE SUVEQE 320+
Horsepower335 hp (best)235 hp
Torque369 lb-ft416 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3 L (best)
CylindersV6

Size & capability

SpecAudi Q8PremiumMercedes-Benz EQE SUVEQE 320+
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume60.7 cu ft (best)55 cu ft
Towing capacity7,700 lbs (best)
Payload1,168 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,949 lbs (best)5,368 lbs
Wheelbase118 in119.3 in (best)
Length196 in (best)191.5 in
Width79 in (best)76.4 in
Height67 in (best)65.8 in

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi Q8PremiumMercedes-Benz EQE SUVEQE 320+
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimAudi Q8Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV
1

Premium

$76,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)

EQE 320+

$64,950 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$82,100 MSRP

EQE 320 4MATIC

$67,450 MSRP

3

Prestige

$87,500 MSRP

AMG EQE

$97,400 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi Q8 vs Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Audi Q8 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Audi Q8 vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Audi Q8 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV starts lower at $64,950. Live Audi Q8 listings start at $24,392.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Audi Q8 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (64,950).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Audi Q8 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV?
The 2027 Audi Q8 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (19).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 Audi Q8 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (302).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Audi Q8 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV leads on horsepower in this comparison (677).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Audi Q8 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV?
The 2027 Audi Q8 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,700).